Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing Recipe

This wildly popular Chestnut and Cranberry Dressing recipe, originally sourced from a Williams Sonoma catalog, is a Thanksgiving must-have! A delightful blend of sweet cranberries, earthy chestnuts, and savory herbs, this dressing is incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Vegetarian-friendly (easily adaptable for meat-lovers!), it's perfect for your holiday feast or any special occasion. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this show-stopping side dish!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 172.6 kcal
Protein 12g
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Ingredients for Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing

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How to Make Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Butter a 2 1/2 - 3 quart baking dish.
  3. In a small saucepan, warm 1 cup of vegetable broth over medium heat until steaming (3-5 minutes).
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup dried cranberries. Set aside.
  5. In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), and 1 medium carrot (chopped). Sauté until tender and translucent (2-3 minutes).
  6. Transfer the vegetables to a bowl using a slotted spoon.
  7. (Optional) If using pork sausage, add 1/2 lb bulk pork sausage to the same skillet. Crumble and cook until browned (10 minutes). Transfer to the bowl with the vegetables.
  8. In a large bowl, whisk 1 large egg. Slowly pour in the warm broth and cranberry mixture.
  9. Add 6 cups of cubed bread (day-old is best) and toss gently to combine.
  10. Let stand for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bread absorbs the liquid.
  11. Stir in the vegetable mixture, 1 cup of cooked chestnuts (canned or roasted), 1 teaspoon dried sage, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  12. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  13. Pour the dressing into the prepared baking dish.
  14. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

9g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing?

Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing?

Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing has approximately 172.6 calories per serving, with about 12 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing?

The key ingredients for Chestnut And Cranberry Dressing are Unsalted Vegetable Stock, Dried Cranberries, Unsalted Butter, Yellow Onion, Celery, Carrot. See the full list with measurements above.

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